- Students don't have to apply as the selection will be based on the students record provided by the registrar office.

- The winner should be Senior standing with the highest cumulative GPA as of the Fall term.

Weighting Criteria

In the case of equality, the selection will be based on the following, in order:

1. The highest major GPA
2. The largest number of total credit hours completed
3. If equal, the medal is shared between more than one student

Application Criteria

- Submission of a complete and detailed file of research activities and achievements. 

Weighting Criteria

• Publishing of journal articles (quantity and quality)
• Participating in conferences (based on full-length paper or abstract only)
• Patents (applications, awards)
• Other research outcomes (to be included with details in the application file)
• Participation in one or more of KFUPM research programs
• Other research activities (a proof is required)

Application Criteria

• The student must have made a significant contribution to student activities through student clubs.

Weighting Criteria

• Distinguished leadership position in student clubs 
• Distinguished initiatives with wide resonance inside and/or outside KFUPM
• Impact on KFUPM students          

Application Criteria

The student must exhibit strong entrepreneurial initiative by either founding a new startup, driving significant innovation and growth within an existing venture, or making remarkable strides toward the successful establishment of a new business enterprise.

Weighting Criteria

• Active Involvement in a High-Potential Startup: Student Contribution to the success of a startup with clear potential for growth and scalability. This includes roles in innovation, strategy, business development, or operations that directly lead to the startup’s advancement.
• Innovation and Differentiation: The student’s business idea or contribution must demonstrate significant innovation, solving a critical problem or addressing a unique market need. The idea should showcase clear differentiation from competitors and strong potential for market disruption or value creation.
• Completion of High-Impact Entrepreneurial Programs: Participation in and completion of entrepreneurial programs, hackathons, or bootcamps that have a proven track record of producing successful entrepreneurs.
• Social and Economic Impact: The student efforts should highlight a positive impact on society or the economy, such as improving quality of life, addressing pressing societal challenges, or contributing to local or global economic development.

Application Criteria

• Good academic standing
• The student should have distinctive achievement(s) such as:
  • Contributing to university community service (e.g. assisting newly-enrolled students, providing academic assistance to students through peer assistance or tutoring programs, or participating in other services recognized by the university)
  • Community contributions, volunteering work and rescuing others
  • Winning local, regional, or international competitions
  • Taking on leadership responsibilities in various fields or leading distinguished initiatives
  • Sports achivevement at the local, regional or global level
  • Professional development: Dedication to developing skills and preparing for the future
  • Cultural achievement: Writing books, novels... etc

Weighting Criteria

• Number and impact of the initiatives
• Impact of the service/initiative on KFUPM students and community